How to Remove Unused Desktop Icons

1. Click 'Start' and then click 'Control Panel.'
2. Type 'personalization' in the search box and then click 'Personalization' in the results.
3. Click 'Change desktop icons' on the left side of the screen. The Desktop Icon Settings window opens.
4. Click to un-check the box next to any icons you want to remove. Click 'OK' when you're finished.